After many years of dreaming about living near the mountains, renovating an old house and living a more self-sufficient lifestyle, 2016 heralded the start of a new life for us, your hosts Ben and Corinna. Having sold our house in England, we packed up our belongings and pets and set off for our new home in the pretty village of La Pardina, in the foothills of the Spanish Pyrenees, to commence the task of renovating the old house. Despite the enormity of our task, we have enjoyed every second of living here. The area (Sobrarbe) provides the perfect backdrop to indulge our passions: beautiful scenery; outdoor activities; incredible wildlife and great food and wine and we can’t wait to share the secrets of this incredible place with you. A warm and friendly welcome is what you can expect from the family at Casa Lascorz (Ben, Corinna and our cats and dogs). We will do everything we can to make sure your stay is comfortable and that you are able to enjoy your time in the local area. There’s so much to see and do and we will be happy to provide information about activities/excursions either before or during your stay so that you get the most out of every day.

Casa Lascorz is a grand old Aragónese farmhouse dating back to 1801. Once an important farming estate, housing the family, local school teacher and farmworkers, the property was vacated in the late 1960s and remained empty until 2016 when it was purchased by your hosts, Ben and Corinna. The house has been lovingly brought back to life to provide both a welcoming rural guesthouse and a family home. The renovation has been a labour of love and we have taken care to preserve the traditional Aragónese architecture, features and furniture. Original pieces have been incorporated into the décor, providing a unique historical narrative of the building’s past. Casa Lascorz stands proud once again: balconies brimming with flowers; sunny terraces and cosy arches providing tranquil places to sit and read; views to fill the soul with joy and if you stop and listen for a while….silence. Awarded ‘superior’ Casa Rural status in 2017, Casa Lascorz offers bright, spacious bedrooms all with modern en-suite bathrooms. All our rooms are bright and spacious, have modern en-suite bathrooms and include toiletries, towels, a television and hair-dryer. Wi-fi is available free of charge.

Spectacular scenery, unique geography and geology, an abundance of flora and fauna and proud local traditions, provides something for everyone, whether you’re an avid walker, bird-watcher, photographer, foodie or extreme adrenalin junkie. Easy access to the National Parks of Ordesa, Sierra de Guara and Posets-Maladeta make this a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Popular activities include: walking, cycling (mountain bike and road cycling), climbing, rafting, canoeing, skiing, canyoning and bird/wildlife watching. Those looking for more cultural activities will not be disappointed by historic towns such as Aínsa, Alquezar, Graus and Jaca or monasteries such as St Victorian and San Juan de la Pena. The nearby town of Aínsa (20 minutes by car) holds ‘La Morisma’ in September every even year, the Castillo de Aínsa International Music Festival in July along with a host of other fiestas in the local villages throughout the year. The Somontano wine region is nearby with most of the wineries close to the town of Barbastro (1/2 hour by car) and wine tasting tours are offered by many of the wineries throughout the year.